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Newspaper
Clare Sentinel
Location
Clare, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1948
Page
4
On June 2 a four person Church of God committee conducted a city wide religious census. The group met at the Palace at noon for lunch, highlighting efforts to reach unengaged children and adults.
The report details two fatalities from Sunday morning auto crashes and follows with obituaries for Norman Smith and a Harrison High School student. Military funeral rites were held for Smith in Coleman with burial at Coleman Cemetery, while the Harrison student was laid to rest in Summerfield Township Cemetery after services in Harrison.
Clare Michigan May 17 1948 city commission meeting calls to order rolls present and absent list names elect Theo Wallington as mayor Alex McKinnon appointed clerk and treasurer John R Hall first supervisor John R Hall second supervisor L H Thompson third supervisor offic e of janitor abolished temporarily work by city engineer city heads retained until city manager hired meeting adjourned with Wallington and McKinnon signing as mayor and city clerk
The oil sector expects about 35 000 new wells this year, a record high reflecting booming output and expanded drilling activity across major regions. Strong demand and investment volumes push producers to accelerate exploration and development programs.
Louie Thayer scored a hole in one on No 6 at the Pines course in Moughton Lake last Sunday. After proper setup and stance he struck, the ball soared toward No 5 green and dropped into the cup, remaining there.
Last Sunday morning at St Henry Academy in Rosebush US 27 the graduation ceremony took place before the 10 30 Mass. Thirteen graduates in brown suits and white gowns wore carnations and class colors of white and blue. The Pastor Father Gordon Grant celebrated and preached about Catholic school sacrifices. Diplomas were awarded after Mass. Graduates listed include Donna Burch Rita Apple Mary Jo Hunter Jane Hunter Elaine Ryan Mary Ann Sheahan Doris Whitney Doris O Toole Barbara Mitchell Robert Mitchell Bernard McConnell Bernard Wentworth Robert Salchert.
Mrs Tim Frey Red Cross County Production Chairman reports an overseas relief shipment progress. Mrs David Mair has knitted 167 pairs of socks for Red Gross as part of the effort.
The Pittsburgh Plate Glass Company is installing a black Carrara glass front with Pittco metal trim at Everts Jewelry in the Dunlop Block this week. The new facade will significantly enhance the store's appearance.
Howard Cotton of Sheridan township found a mud turtle on his farm on April 28 1948 bearing his initials carved on its back. The creature vanished years earlier and the tale raises curiosity about the reptile’s long journey over the past eighteen years.
The Clare Kiwanis Club dinner program featured a performance by Miss Joanne Richard and her pupils. Dancers LuAnn Hampton Idell Urquhart Patsy Cox and others presented routines such as Turkey in the Straw and Doherty. Guests included Marvin Witbeck Bud Drevert John Wicklund Jr CG Ferguson from Tulsa and a Los Angeles Kiwanis convention greeting read.
First games start at 7 20 p m and second at 9 00 p m on June dates. June 14 Temple versus Farwell Schaeffer versus VFW. June 15 Church of God versus Bauers DeMolay versus Clare Mfg. June 16 North Bradley versus Houghton Temple versus Schaeffer. June 17 VFW versus Bauers Farwell versus Church of God. June 18 Clare Mig versus K of C DeMolay versus North Bradley.
Standard Oil Company of Indiana launches a summer advertising drive to urge motorists to save gasoline. The plan uses newspapers, radio, outdoor signs and dealer folders across 15 Midwest states. Training schools have reached over 5,000 independent service station dealers in 74 cities, with 250 dealers attending biweekly merchandising clinics.
The Sentinel notes Loretta Hergenroeder of Lake George caught a 113 percent pound bass in Crystal River, Florida after a half hour with light tackle. A photo of Mrs. Hergenroeder and her bass accompanied the letter proof. She and her daughter Arlene have wintered in Florida.
The notice promotes regular purchases of U S Security Bonds promising four dollars back for every three invested over ten years, urging thrifty Americans to consider the investment.
Clare invites exhibitors from four counties to Dairy Day at Clare on Friday June 18. Exhibitors receive five dollars per animal to offset expenses. judging contests offer prizes like electric clippers, dairy scales, show halters, and more. Four County 4 H and F F A groups will judge in Guernsey Holstein and Jersey classes with proceeds aiding 4 H club camp funds.
Clare County Health Department announces a monthly well baby clinic at City Hall Clare on June 16 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Open to children birth through school age. Diphtheria whooping cough and smallpox immunizations offered. Children should have all immunizations completed by one year of age.
Lois Lange daughter of Mr and Mrs William Lange of Clare sends a postcard from Rome to friends. She describes travel through Paris two years abroad to the continent and a Naples trip with a Capri visit. She jokes about staying in Clare after seeing the sights and plans to return home soon.
Lt. Cdr. Alfred D. Austin of Clare Michigan has reported to Grosse Ile naval air station for two weeks of active training duty announced by Capt. Cooper. Austin, a 23 month Navy Pacific flyer, will take refresher courses and fly Navy planes on tactical training missions. He is a dental student at the University of Detroit.
The Clare County Bar Association announces a summer schedule for free legal services on Saturdays. Sessions feature Harold B. Hughes on June 12 26 July 10 24 and September 4 and Joseph K Naumes on June 19 July 3 17 31 August 14 28 with alternation.
Clare friends of Harold Moline celebrate the head of Moline Construction Company of Escanaba for securing two large contracts. The firm lands a 98,600 city Ludington project and a 155,000 maintenance building plus a 66,000Dwarsky Bros. men s clothing store with a 380 by 185 foot brick steel and concrete structure including two upper floors and a basement.
A power operated milking machine was introduced about 1908, marking a turning point in dairy farming. The new device promised efficiency gains for milkers and could alter farm labor practices across regions.
The Didier boys bring a night of music and preaching to the Baptist Church on Thursday at 7 45 p m. Five boys perform vocal solos duets and quartets plus instrumental numbers on accordion trumpet and saxophone. All are invited and urged to arrive early for seating. H B Redman Pastor.
The American Legion Auxiliary expresses gratitude for those who helped sell poppies for Memorial Day. Committee chair Mrs. James Clute thanks Mrs. Belle Jackson and Mrs. Hilda Tibbits, with special thanks to several volunteers and to Consumers Power Company for the office and Clare Sentinel for publicity.
A public hearing on the proposed City budget for 1949 will be held June 21, 1948 at 8 PM in City Hall. The budget outlines mill rates for Police 4 plus liquor tax, General Street 4.5 plus weight tax, Electric Light 2.3, Fire 5.6, Park 7, Sewer Disposal 2, Library 9, with Contingent Returns Parking meters intangible tax sales tax diversion and related items. Alex McKinnon Guy Clerk
Acknowledges thanks for ecards fruit and flowers during a hospital stay at Mt Pleasant Hospital. Special thanks to Elm Grove Extension Club for a plant and Clare Birthday Club for fruit, and appreciation for Dr Wood Dr Champerlain and hospital staff.
The Board of Review of Vernon Township will meet on June 8 9 and June 14 16 from 9:00 am to noon and 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm each day at 3612 James GC. Walsh, Supervisor.
Words fail to express our appreciation to neighbors friends pastors and churches from all communities and especially people of Farwell for your kind words of sympathy prayers gifts and flowers in the loss of our husband and father. Our loss is His gain. Mrs Washinder and daughters.
Unclear OCR text notes a rate cut by State Farm on automobile insurance and provides a contact name J Arch Aibault in Clare with a phone number 271 for more information.
Eugene Maxwell expresses gratitude to all for kindness and gifts during his stay at Clare Hospital and after returning home. Special thanks to the American Legion Auxiliary for the hospital bed and stand assistance.
The Garfield Township Board of Review will meet at the Town Hall on Tuesday June 8 and again on Monday and Tuesday June 14 and 15. Signed 3612 Marguerite Shilling, Clerk.
Lost collie dog reddish brown with white on neck and short legs. Owner William Pischel Jr., Clare, Florida area. Contact 2003 Coleman. Wanted girls twenty one and over for travel. excellent pay at Florida Amusement Co. Clare office. Land available for rent 30 acres hay near Clare. Chas Durnin. Space for two office rooms at Jackson's Meat Market Clare. 8717.
The Board of Review will meet at the town hall on Monday and Tuesday June 14 and 15 to review the township assessment roll and make necessary adjustments. Carl Bradley township clerk.
The Wise township Board of Review will meet at the town hall on Tuesday and Wednesday June 8 and 9 and Monday and Tuesday June 14 and 15 to review the assessment rolls. Joe Methner, Supervisor.
The Grant township Board of Review will meet at the town hall on June 8 and 9 and on June 14 and 15 to review the assessment rolls. A. Dawson, Clerk.
Storage and cleaning service offering glazing, re pairing, and full insurance. Clare area details say Band Box Cleaners provides the contact as 34. The ad promotes a new storage and cleaning option with wrapping services.
Round and square dances at Water edge Park Sportsman's Club every Saturday night. Music by Spitherman's Orchestra. 86t2
Bob's Sales and Service at 210 McEwan Street Clare promotes Federal trucks for tough jobs offering economical performance and reliability. Botf
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